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    GlossaryHormonal Imbalance (hormonal dysfunction)

    disruption in hormone levels affecting bodily functions and health

    Hormonal imbalance, also known as endocrine imbalance, occurs when there is too much or too little of a hormone in the bloodstream. Hormones are critical for regulating various bodily functions, including metabolism, growth, and mood, so an imbalance can lead to a range of symptoms such as weight gain, fatigue, mood swings, and hair loss.

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      community 6 months on dutast and minoxodil, hair growing like weeds now!

      in Progress Pictures  605 upvotes 1 week ago
      A woman experienced significant hair regrowth after six months of using dutasteride and minoxidil, despite initial hair loss due to androgenetic alopecia. She reported minimal side effects and highlighted the effectiveness of these treatments for women, despite doctors' hesitancy to prescribe them.

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      in Research/Science  101 upvotes 5 months ago
      Finasteride's potential side effects, especially sexual dysfunction, are discussed, with emphasis on hormonal balance between testosterone and estradiol. Users share experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, highlighting the variability in side effects and the influence of mindset and lifestyle.

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      in Finasteride  282 upvotes 1 year ago
      Switching from finasteride to dutasteride and back to finasteride led to gynecomastia and fatigue, likely due to hormonal imbalances. Suggested treatments include Tamoxifen, Raloxifene, or low-dose Anastrozole, with a recommendation to test testosterone and estradiol levels.